7 Iconic Directors That Have a Letterboxd Account [With Links]

Behind every great film is a director who has watched tons of movies that inspired them to create their own. Thanks to Letterboxd, we can get a rare glimpse into what shaped their creative vision. So the next time you're stuck picking a movie, let these pros help you out.

1. Sean Baker

Click here to go to Sean Baker's Letterboxd profile.

If you've ever felt that a film spoke directly to you, then you've likely experienced the work of Sean Baker. His best work include: The Florida Project, Tangerine (shot on an iPhone) and Anora (5 Oscars).

2. Francis Ford Coppola

Click here to go to Francis Ford Coppola's Letterboxd profile.

The legend behind The Godfather trilogy and Apocalypse Now is on Letterboxd as well. He has a couple of lists you may want to check out.

3. Mike Flanagan

Click here to go to Mike Flanagan's Letterboxd profile.

Known for The Haunting of Hill House and Doctor Sleep, Flanagan's recommendations are perfect for those looking to explore the horror genre. But my personal favorite is the list named "Movies Kate Siegel Hasn’t Seen (but has probably lied and said she totally has)."

4. Scott Derrickson

Click here to go to Scott Derrickson's Letterboxd profile.

The director behind Doctor Strange and The Black Phone has an immaculate taste (judging by his Top 4).

5. Martin Scorsese

Click here to go to Martin Scorsese's Letterboxd profile.

The legend behind classics like Goodfellas, Taxi Driver and The Departed has 3 lists you may want to check out.

6. Lee Unkrich

Click here to go to Lee Unkrich's Letterboxd profile.

The director of Toy Story 3 and Coco has a Letterboxd account with 973 films logged so far.

7. Leigh Whannell

Click here to go to Leigh Whannell's Letterboxd profile.

The writer of Saw and director of The Invisible Man describes himself simply as “I make movies” on his profile. Whannell is a Letterboxd Patron who is not very active, but it's still interesting to see what his favorite movies are.